Black Friday and the peak holiday shopping season can be overwhelming for retail and warehouse workers in California. With increased hours and demand, it’s essential to understand how California’s overtime laws apply during these busy periods. Retail and warehouse workers should know their rights when working overtime, while employers must ensure compliance to avoid penalties. […]
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Nov
Nov
The end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) in California leaves many night-shift workers wondering if they will be paid for the extra hour they work as the clocks fall back. California’s labor laws offer clear guidance on compensation for these hours, ensuring workers are paid fairly. This blog covers everything California night-shift workers need to […]
06
Nov
Nov
Halloween is a season of fun, and for many employers, it’s a time to organize social events like company Halloween parties. These events can boost morale and create an informal setting for colleagues to bond. However, Halloween parties, especially at the workplace, can easily cross boundaries if employees feel uncomfortable or unsafe. The consequences of […]
03
Nov
Nov
The rise of remote work has significantly reshaped how employees approach their professional duties. It has offered a sense of flexibility and comfort, allowing employees to manage both work and personal responsibilities. However, with this shift comes a range of legal questions, particularly around workers’ compensation. In California, where labor laws are designed to protect […]
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Oct
Oct
Requesting medical leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) can be one of the most important steps an employee takes for their health and well-being. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most misunderstood aspects of employment law, and it can result in retaliation or even wrongful […]
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Oct
Oct
California faces an increasing risk of wildfires, particularly during the dry summer and fall months. While the immediate dangers such as fires, burns, and property destruction are widely recognized, another less talked-about hazard is wildfire smoke. This smoke can affect a wide range of workers, from outdoor laborers to those working in poorly ventilated indoor […]
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Oct
Oct
Breast cancer is a devastating diagnosis that not only impacts a person’s health but can also affect their professional life. Employees with breast cancer may require job accommodations to help them balance their treatment and work responsibilities. When these requests are denied, the impact is far-reaching, and it may lead to a violation of their […]
16
Oct
Oct
Employees undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatments often find that their medical needs require significant time away from work. The intermittent leave provision under both the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) offers essential protection for these workers. These acts allow employees to take leave for health reasons without […]
13
Oct
Oct
In California, employees with disabilities are protected under laws that require employers to provide reasonable accommodations. This protection stems from both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). However, situations often arise when employees submit a doctor’s note requesting accommodation, only to be Denied a Reasonable Accommodation […]
09
Oct
Oct
The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) is one of California’s most essential laws designed to protect employees and residents from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. In the workplace, it ensures that people are treated fairly regardless of their race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. FEHA is enforced by the Department of […]
